Single-Family Neighborhood • Elgin, IL

Catatoga
Elgin, Illinois

Larger lots and custom homes on Elgin's southwest side

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1970s–90s
Era Built
$393K–$685K
Typical Price Range
Custom Single-Family
Housing Stock
U-46 Schools
High School
About This Neighborhood

About Catatoga

Catatoga is one of Elgin's larger-lot custom neighborhoods, tucked on the southwest side where the city starts to feel semi-rural. Homes were built individually across the 1970s through 1990s, so no two streets look alike — expect wooded parcels, long driveways and serious elbow room.

Eight sales in the past year from the high $300s to the high $600s show the range: original-condition homes at the entry, extensively updated or expanded properties at the top.

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Homes & Market

The Homes of Catatoga

Recent sales ran $393K–$685K with a median around $532K. Land value matters here — larger and more wooded lots carry premiums beyond the house itself.

Custom Two-Stories

Individually built homes, many with 2,500+ square feet.

Sprawling Ranches

Single-level customs on some of the neighborhood's biggest parcels.

Updated Estates

Renovated homes with modern kitchens and outbuildings at the top of the market.

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Schools

Schools Serving Catatoga

Catatoga is served by School District U-46 — verify the specific attendance schools for any address. School boundaries in the northwest suburbs can vary block by block — always verify your specific address with the district office before purchasing.

Location & Lifestyle

Living in Catatoga: the Elgin Advantage

Bowes Road connects east to the Fox River and west to Randall Road; South Elgin's retail is minutes away. Explore our full Elgin guide →

Off-Market & Private Listings

Some homes for sale in Catatoga never show up online

Our MLS runs a Private Listing Network — real listings agents can see that never appear on Zillow or any public site, because the sellers want privacy. We can't advertise them. What we can do is share matches directly with our own buyers. If Catatoga is where you want to be, tell us exactly what you're looking for — we'll watch the private side for you, and we'll only contact you about that.

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Free Home Valuation

What Is Your Catatoga Home Worth?

Values in Catatoga have been moving. Get a free, no-obligation valuation from the team that knows these blocks house by house — usually within 24 hours.

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Thinking About Catatoga?

The Dawn Simmons Team has helped buyers and sellers across Elgin and the northwest suburbs for over 26 years. Get honest guidance on pricing, what homes here really sell for, and what to look out for.

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Dawn Simmons, REALTOR, RE/MAX Suburban

Dawn Simmons

RE/MAX Suburban • 26+ Years Experience
(847) 738-1884 • simsre2000@yahoo.com
330 E Northwest Hwy, Mount Prospect IL 60056

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